City Parks

Parks and open spaces have been a part of Worcester's history since the City's founding. In the late 17th Century, the area that is now the Worcester Common, was used as a training ground for the militia, burial ground and the site of the settlers' meetinghouse. Over the past few centuries, this piece of land has evolved into the wonderful Worcester Common you see today. However, the best known historic park in Worcester is Elm Park. Purchased in 1854, using public funds, it is recognized as one of the first purchases of land for a public park in the United States. Both the Common and Elm Park are on the National Register of Historic Places.

Given Worcester's Central location, we are blessed with an abundance of park lands. Worcester has many parks throughout the city, which offer residents and visitors a wealth of activities with its vast array of green and blue space. Whether you are interested in going to a playground, discovering some of Worcester's history, having a picnic, playing a sport or just getting out and enjoying nature, there is a park for you!

Open Space & Recreation Plan

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Locations

The City of Worcester has many parks located throughout the City.

Park Name

Address

Name: Apricot Street Playground

Address: 65 Apricot Street
Name: Bailey-Prouty Playground

Address: 89 Prouty Lane
Name: Ball Property

Address: 59 Dane Avenue
Name: Banis Street Playlot

Address: 79 Houghton Street
Name: Beaver Brook Park

Address: 300 Chandler Street
Name: Bell Hill (Chandler) Park

Address: 184 Belmont Street
Name: Bennett Field

Address: 1258 Main Street
Name: Betty Price Playground

Address: 69 Laurel Street
Name: Blackstone Gateway Park

Address: 15 McKeon Road
Name: Blithewood Park

Address: 10 Blithewood Avenue
Name: Boynton Park

Address: 599 Mower Street
Name: Burncoat (North) Park

Address: 70 North Parkway
Name: Burncoat Street Playground

Address: 524 Burncoat Street
Name: Cascades Park

Address: 151 Cataract Street
Name: City Hall Common

Address: 99 Front Street
Name: Coes Pond Parks

Address: 72 Coes Street
Name: Cookson Field

Address: 103 Clay Street
Name: Cristoforo Colombo (East) Park

Address: 180 Shrewsbury Street
Name: Crompton Park

Address: 47 Quinsigamond Avenue
Name: Dodge Park

Address: 81 Randolph Road
Name: Elm Park

Address: 121 Russell Street
Name: Fairmont Park

Address: 22 Hemans Street
Name: Farber Field

Address: 90 Camelot Drive
Name: Grant Square

Address: 21 Northampton Street
Name: Great Brook Valley Playground

Address: 33 Northeast Cutoff
Name: Green Hill Park

Address: 301 Green Hill Parkway
Name: Greenwood Park

Address: 14 Forsberg Street
Name: Hadwen Park

Address: 19 Heard Street
Name: Harrington Field

Address: 720 Franklin Street
Name: Harry Sherry Field (S. Worcester Playground)

Address: 380 Cambridge Street
Name: Holland Rink Playground

Address: 441 Lincoln Street
Name: Holmes Field

Address: 201 Plantation Street
Name: Indian Hill Park

Address: 165 Ararat Street
Name: Indian Lake Beach

Address: 34 Sherburne Avenue
Name: Institute Park

Address: 82 Salisbury Street
Name: Kendrick Field

Address: 7 Brooks Street
Name: Korean War Memorial

Address: 52 Foster Street
Name: Lake Park

Address: 600 Hamilton Street
Name: Lake View Playground

Address: 125 Coburn Avenue
Name: Logan Field

Address: 539 Mill Street
Name: Morgan Landing

Address: 580 Grove Street
Name: Mulcahy Field

Address: 158 Dorchester Street
Name: Oakland Heights Playground

Address: 26 Park Hill Road
Name: Oread Castle Park

Address: 20 Alden Street
Name: Providence Street Playground

Address: 239 Providence Street
Name: Ramshorn Island

Address: 422 Belmont Street
Name: Rockwood Field

Address: 540 Chandler Street
Name: Salisbury Park

Address: 26 Massachusetts Avenue
Name: Shore Park

Address: 85 Shore Drive
Name: Tacoma Street Playground

Address: 285 Tacoma Street
Name: Ty Cobb Park

Address: 67 James Street
Name: University (Crystal) Park

Address: 965 Main Street
Name: Vernon Hill Park

Address: 144 Providence Street
Name: Wetherell Estate Park (Duffy Field)

Address: 55 Newton Avenue
Name: Winslow & Pleasant (Peace) Park

Address: 374 Pleasant Street

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Are you looking to find a park that has a specific feature or attribute? Maybe you'd like to find all parks that have tennis courts or playgrounds. If so, use the accordion menu below to filter on a specific category that fits your needs, and click on a park name for more detailed information.

Park Features

Programs & Initiatives

WooDog Sign on Fence at the Entrance to Vernon Hill Dog Park

Dog Parks
The City's first ever off-leash dog park opened in August of 2017. This double-gated, fenced and secured area within Vernon Hill Park offers dogs and dog lovers a place to go and enjoy the company of other animals.

Group of Children Playing at the East Park Spray Park

Recreation Activities
The City of Worcester offers residents and visitors a wealth of activities with its vast array of green and blue space. City park amenities include athletic fields, playgrounds, beaches, pools and spray parks. Additionally, to learn more about recreation programs, register for activities or make online reservations for Park Permits or Field Permits, please visit our Online Registration Portal.

Children and Staff Raising Their Hands in a Circle in a Park

Recreation Worcester
Recreation Worcester is a free year-round out-of-school time program run by the City of Worcester. Through after-school programs, students will engage with program staff and community partners in enriching, athletic, artistic and academic programming.

Special Features

Worcester Common Oval

The Worcester Common is located in the core of the City and home to a number of popular events such as the Out to Lunch Concert Series, annual festivals, outdoor activities and more.

Green Hill Golf Course

The City of Worcester Parks, Recreation, & Cemetery Division maintains and manages a par 72, 18-hole municipal golf course. City residents and non-City residents can enjoy an exciting round of golf.

Green Hill Park Farm

The Green Hill Park Farm is home to various gentle farm animals and is a great place for families with children looking for a leisurely activity on a nice day. The farm is free of charge and open to the public.

Wetland Birds Interpretive Sign Located Along the Boardwalk

Blackstone Interpretive Signage

Providing historical and ecological info about the wildlife and plants in the area, as well as the Blackstone River and the role it played in the history of Worcester and the Blackstone Valley Corridor.

City Parks

Providing Residents and Visitors a Wealth of Outdoor Activities

City Parks

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Park Features

Amphitheater

Baseball Diamond

Basketball Court

Gazebo/Pavilion

Handball Court

Ice Skating Area

Monuments/Memorials

Multipurpose Field

Nature Trail(s)

Picnic Area

Playground

Pool

Softball Diamond

Spray Park

Tennis Court

Volleyball Court

Water Access

Programs & Initiatives